Orlando is known bet for their amazing theme parks, but there are also many free kids’ activities in Orlando. You don’t need a ton of money for a fun weekend with the family or a play date adventure. During the winter, we spent the majority of our time in or near Orlando and have found a ton of free things to do. Below are our favorites. 1. Lake Eola Park- This 43-acre recreational area is in the heart of downtown Orlando. There is a large playground with activities for every age, picnic spots along the shore and swans to feed. You can enjoy spectacular views of Orlando’s skyline and marvel at iconic … [Read more...]

Visiting center city Philadelphia with kids can feel a bit overwhelming. By the time you find a place to park your car and decide what kind of public transportation your going to take form place to place you are mentally exhausted and probably at least $100.00 poorer. (Bringing your dog? Make sure to read the best places to go with your dog.) The following five places are free to visit and provided my family hours of entertainment even with young children. Liberty Bell Center: You will find larger-than-life historic documents and images inside the expansive, light-filled Liberty Bell Center as you … [Read more...]

A trip to Virginia Beach can get very expensive, very fast. The following five places are free to visit and provided my family hours of entertainment even with young children. Virginia Beach Fishing Pier: This very popular attraction and fishing spot was a huge hit with my kids. The pier is located on 15th street and the boardwalk. The approximately 1,000-foot-long pier is in the heart of the resort area. It has a bait-and-tackle shop with rod-and-reel rentals, and a snack bar/restaurant. No fishing license required and it is open 24 hours from Memorial Day to Labor Day. We grabbed our poles and spent … [Read more...]